Choorna Swedam (Podikizhi) is one of the most relaxing and refreshing massage that you can enjoy. Podikizhi is very good for relieving spasms and stiffness of muscles, lubrication the joints, strengthing the spinal muscles and relieving joint pain. Choorna Swedam (Podikizhi) is one of the parts of Panchakarma in Ayurveda. Choorna Swedam (Podikizhi) is the first step in Ayurveda treatment. Podikizhi treatment is done with or without oil, depending on the conditions of the individual or as advised by the physician. This treatment is good for Arthritis, rheumatic fever etc.
The main benefits of Choorna Swedam (Podikizhi) are inflammations of spinal muscles and found to effective in certain low back aches, cervical spondylites and frozen shoulder, Arthritis, rheumatic fever etc.